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The Vic Mensa Show

Mass Appeal & ORANJ
Chance the Rapper
Therapy
Five Years Sobriety
Africa
Democratic Party
Innanet Tape
Sobriety
Vic Mensa
Masculinity
Meditation
Anxiety
Hip Hop

Vic Mensa has done it all. Music with Justin Bieber, Pharrell and Jay-Z. Roles on Showtime's The Chi and Peacock's Bel-Air. And a fervor for speaking hard truths, even if the world isn't ready. What some saw as a problem turned out to be his purpose. His award-winning Orange Tree Series is now The Vic Mensa Show, a video-first sit-down at the intersection of politics and culture. Stories over stat... more

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Vic Mensa hosts legendary guest and pro skater, Tony Hawk. They deep dive into skating culture, and Vic shares how much Tony Hawk's Pro Skater meant to him as a kid. They talk about the business behind being a pro skater, the iconic tricks, the love,... more

Imagine getting so high and thinking… I am the internet. Vic Mensa sits down and takes us through the Innanet Tape era, circa 2013. The who, the what and the whys of how this project was created, friendships gained and lost, and what doors creating t... more

Vic sits down with Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Durand Bernarr to talk about the cost of being loved by the public, why Durand is letting go of labels and the queer genius behind Black church music. The two also perform their collaboration "Homes... more

Vic sits down with Van Lathan Jr., Oscar-winning producer, CNN panelist, and co-host of Higher Learning, for a conversation about politics, culture and the true cost of freedom. At its heart is an honest reckoning with the Black experience: the price... more

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Recent Guests

Durand Bernarr
Grammy-winning artist and guest on the episode
Durand Bernarr (artist)
Episode: Durand Bernarr: Never Straight, Always Forward
Van Lathan Jr.
Oscar-winning producer, CNN panelist, and co-host of Higher Learning with Rachel Lindsay
Former CNN panelist; Higher Learning
Episode: Van Lathan Jr.: Revolutionaries at Equinox
Kier Gaines
Licensed therapist, public voice on Black men, fatherhood, masculinity, and mental health
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Episode: How I Got 5 Years Sober ft. Kier Gaines
Chance The Rapper
Grammy Award-winning artist and musician
Independent/Chance The Rapper
Episode: Chance The Rapper on Jealousy, Brotherhood and Black Liberation

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Vic Mensa
Host of The Vic Mensa Show, a video-first sit-down at the intersection of politics and culture.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 193 ratings
  • From Bars to Liberation

    Vic entered my orbit years ago with “Orange Soda,” and ever since then I’ve found his combination of flow over beats a formula that can make musical magic. I’ve had different times in my life that resonated with his musical journey (or didn’t), but I’ve always felt that there was a deeper potential behind his bars. This podcast is liberating that gift. I couldn’t be more grateful that he found the place in his life to tap into his inner wisdom, and the platform to share it with all of us who con... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pacificperspectives
    United States20 days ago
  • Emotional Oranges

    This is a much needed podcast! I can’t believe I’m writing that while living in a world filled with podcasts but this one is it! Much needed conversations covering vulnerability and accountability amongst young black men and women. Watching/listening to Us grow up is beautiful. Thank You! All 3 episodes have been great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    obedofficial
    United Statesa month ago
  • Created to be one of the most important shows of our era

    Vic Mensa’s fall off and climb back to the top will be studied, mark my words. An incredibly real and deep and funny and healing conversation between brothers. y’all got it already, off rip. Can’t wait to see where this goes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaiden C.
    United Statesa month ago
  • The goat

    Knowledge is power and I love the knowledge Vic gives mental health is more important this helps tune in

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nesus17
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fresh

    Who would’ve thought? Chance…the rapper was bout that life like that. I appreciate the vulnerability, the realness, the perspective, the insight, the love that each one has for one another & their communities. Much love & respect.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The one you give me
    United States2 months ago

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Provocative, insightful, culture-forward conversations
Honest takes on power, race, and media

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#11
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#248
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Rapsody: God, Grammys & Gold Hoops
Q: What did you learn from Nikki Giovanni about authenticity and courage?
Giovanni taught fearless truth-telling, a willingness to confront both elders and youth with honesty, and the importance of not compromising art for comfort or appeasement.
Rapsody: God, Grammys & Gold Hoops
Q: What kept you going to reach success against long odds?
Faith, stubborn belief, and celebrating small wins as steps toward a larger, impact-driven mission that goes beyond individual awards.
Rapsody: God, Grammys & Gold Hoops
Q: How do you reconcile hip hop's misogyny with its potential for empowerment?
Hip hop reflects society; it's a mirror. The goal is to celebrate women and push for honest representation while resisting the glorification of negative stereotypes.
Rapsody: God, Grammys & Gold Hoops
Q: What is your concept of God?
God is an energy, a source; non-gendered, shapeless, formless, and seen in all things, with an emphasis on recognizing God in Black people and across Africa.
Chance The Rapper on Jealousy, Brotherhood and Black Liberation
Q: What sparked the shift from collaboration as a group to pursuing individual paths?
Growing visibility and desire to lead their own projects led to re-evaluating Saved Money relationships and moving toward pursuing Chance The Rapper as a solo artist, while maintaining care for the shared bond.

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Displays a bold blend of culture, politics, and personal storytelling through front-row interviews with artists, activists, and thinkers. Episodes consistently center on power dynamics, race, and social change, often weaving in hip-hop culture, media critique, and personal journeys. Notable threads include candid conversations about fame, activism, sobriety, mentorship, and community impact, all delivered with a no-nonsense, provocative tone. The show tends to spotlight Black empowerment, Pan-African perspectives, and the intersections between art and social justice, making it a compelling listen for listeners who want sharp takes on current events, culture, and leadership with a forward-leaning stance. Its strength lies in high-profile gue... more

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2. Van Lathan Jr.
3. Kier Gaines
4. Chance The Rapper

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